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# Software Development Engineer

- **Company:** Palo Alto Networks
- **Location:** Santa Clara, CA, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Hypervisor, Python (Programming Language), Linux Kernel, Software Engineering, Cyber Threat Analysis, Linux Development, Information Technology, Palo Alto Networks, Malware Detection
- **Published:** August 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.wayup.com/i-j-palo-alto-networks-453250102378958/

## About the Role

+ Passion for research and development of anti-malware and APT protection
 + Proficient in C, Python programming and familiar with C++ and Linux development environment
 + Proven experience working with Hypervisors development or Low level Kernel development
 + Understanding of PC architecture and Intel ISA
 + Ability to write quality code and follow test driven development process
 + Can-do attitude on problem solving, quality and ability to execute
 + BS/MS in computer science/engineering, or equivalent experience
Learn more about Palo Alto Networks HERE and check out our FAST FACTS

## Description

As a member of Threat Research team, you will be responsible for prototyping, and rapid development of next-generation malware detection system tools. Success will require innovation and persistence in the face of unforeseen issues and outright failures. You will take ownership for implementing solutions to complex, multi-system problems; for creating tools and techniques which enable industry redefining research and development.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

 + Perform proof of concept for backend engineering tools
 + Work with hypervisor technology to improve malware protection to customers
 + Expand Cloud offering to improve to increase types of threats blocked by firewall


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